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pseudoprostyle

/ˌsuː.doʊˈproʊ.staɪl/

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adjective

formalcommonartobsolete/ˌsuː.doʊˈproʊ.staɪl/

An obsolete architectural term describing a type of classical temple or building with a portico of columns at the front only, not at the sides or rear.

  • 🇷🇺Устаревший архитектурный термин, описывающий тип классического храма или здания с портиком колонн только спереди, а не по бокам или сзади.
  1. Architectural style C2 formal

    Describes a building or structure that has a row of columns only across the front entrance, not along the sides.

    • The ancient temple was designed in a pseudoprostyle style.
    • The architect chose a pseudoprostyle layout for the new museum.
    • Pseudoprostyle structures are common in classical Greek architecture.

    🇷🇺Псевдопростильный

    Antonyms: amphiprostyleperipteral